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Resume Tape Clients
Below are just some comments from clients who have attended an American Broadcast Talent session.   We have asked them to allow us to print their comments. Most are working in markets around the United States and Canada.   A few are currently beginning their job search.   Here is what they say about American Broadcast Talent.  These people represent just some of the individuals that have attended our resume tape sessions.  These people have done either a reporter tape, weather tape, anchor tape, sports tape or entertainment tape.

 

Tiffany Savona/Meteorologist

"Thank you so much for working with me on my resume tape.  I had a wonderful time and you both made me feel right at home.  All of the job information was extremely helpful.  I really appreciate all of your support.  You two have really helped me achieve my ultimate goal.  Thanks so much!!!!!"

Tiffany came to Central Texas and the First Alert 25 Storm Team in November of 2009.  She grew up in Newark, Delaware.  Since an early age, she has always been fascinated with the weather.

Tiffany graduated with a B.S. in Meteorology with an option in Weather Forecasting and Communications from the Pennsylvania State University in May 2008.  While in college, Tiffany interned at WCAU-TV in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and at CN8-The Comcast Network in New Castle, Delaware.  She also produced weather segments for the University's television station.

Tiffany is a member of the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association.

When Tiffany is not tracking storms, she is often found traveling, spending time with family and friends and watching sports.  She especially enjoys cheering on the Nittany Lions.  She is thrilled at the chance of storm chasing here in Texas. 

Tiffany is excited about covering the severe weather that occurs here.  Although she will miss all of her family and friends, she is happy to call Central Texas her new home!
KXXV-TV ABC Waco/Temple, Texas.


 

Weekend Anchor/Reporter

"Thank you so much American Broadcast Talent.  My resume tape is amazing and I could not have gotten a job with out your guys.  I did get the job in Panama City! I am anchoring on weekends and reporting 3 days per week for WMBB-TV. So, far the job is going great and I love Florida a lot!"

Kevin joined the News 13 team in January 2010. He was raised not too far north, in central Georgia. After being involved in local media at a young age, Kevin realized he wanted a career in TV. Kevin began his professional career in Macon, Ga. where he held a job as an assistant producer/ journalist at 13WMAZ.

He graduated from the University of Georgia where he earned his bachelors degree in Broadcast News. Kevin anchored, produced and reported for WNEG News Channel 32 while in school. During those years, Kevin also found the time to anchor “Georgia Gameday,” a cable sports and variety show. He was also a UGA campus correspondent for ESPNU.

When he isn’t chasing stories, Kevin loves supporting the Georgia Bulldogs. Kevin also takes pride in learning all different types of music. In his spare time, you can catch him learning the words to his new favorite tune.

Kevin is excited to now call the Florida panhandle home. He is always interested to hear from people who have new and interesting stories.
WMBB-TV ABC Panama City, Florida

Kevin joined the News 13 team in January 2010. He was raised not too far north, in central Georgia. After being involved in local media at a young age, Kevin realized he wanted a career in TV. Kevin began his professional career in Macon, Ga. where he held a job as an assistant producer/ journalist at 13WMAZ.

He graduated from the University of Georgia where he earned his bachelors degree in Broadcast News. Kevin anchored, produced and reported for WNEG News Channel 32 while in school. During those years, Kevin also found the time to anchor “Georgia Gameday,” a cable sports and variety show. He was also a UGA campus correspondent for ESPNU.

When he isn’t chasing stories, Kevin loves supporting the Georgia Bulldogs. Kevin also takes pride in learning all different types of music. In his spare time, you can catch him learning the words to his new favorite tune.

Kevin is excited to now call the Florida panhandle home. He is always interested to hear from people who have new and interesting stories.



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Kristin Haubrich/Television Reporter
 "I would not have been able to get this job without American Talent.  The News Director loved the quality of the tape, the stories, and how fast it moved along. The ND said the tape kept her attention and that is why she hired me.  American Talent was such a fun experience and it got me my dream job.  Randy and Kathleen were extremely accommodating.  They really made my experience fun!  They had everything well planned out for filming at the different locations.  I appreciated having the scripts before the workshop.  I was extremely pleased with my finished tape.  It was obvious that Randy & Kathleen put plenty of time into the editing of the tape.  I felt like my personality also came through on the tape.  I liked the graphics and menu at the beginning of the DVD. Thanks so much." 

Kristin joined the KREX team in November 2009.  Ms. Haubrich grew up in the fine state of Minnesota.  She attended college at St. Benedict and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications in 2008.
KREX-TV  CBS Grand Junction, CO

 

Olivia LaBorde/Anchor/Reporter

"Thank you so much American Broadcast Talent.  The tape is perfect.  I am so glad I worked with your company. "

Olivia LaBorde joined WLTZ in December 2009 as an Anchor and General Assignment Reporter. She comes to us after working behind the scenes in many newsrooms including CNN, WJLA in Washington D.C., and WBAL in Baltimore.

Olivia grew up in Tampa Florida and later studied Journalism at University of Florida (Go Gators!) and University of South Florida. She later headed up north to Washington to D.C. to attend Georgetown University and study law to add to her knowledge as a journalist.
WLTZ-TV NBC Columbus, Georgia

 

Rachel Alig/Reporter
"I did receive my the link to my tape; I am very pleased with the outcome!  Thanks for all your help with my resume tape. "

Rachel knew by the sixth grade that she would work in the television news industry. Her passion for communicating and love of people are her two main motivations behind her work as a reporter at WTOK.

Rachel graduated from the University of Cincinnati’s College Conservatory of Music in June of 2009 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Electronic Media. By her sophomore year of college she was an intern with the Emmy awarding winning Investigative Team of WCPO, Cincinnati’s ABC affiliate. In the summer of 2007 Rachel was positive this chosen career path was for her when she was awarded the WLWT Hearst-Argyle Television Internship Award.

After a taste of local news, Rachel wanted to see the business on a bigger scale. She headed to Atlanta, Georgia for the summer of 2008 where she interned at CNN Headline News. Rachel said it was the time of her life!

During Rachel’s junior and senior years of college, she acted as a correspondent for Palestra.net. Through this work she learned how to edit her own stories, write them, report on them, and shoot them. It helped her earn the title of UC’s campus television station anchor. All of her internships, jobs, and education lead Rachel to be named one of UWIRE’s Top 100 College Journalists in 2009.

Rachel loves to work out! When not running or watching the daily headlines, she enjoys reading, cooking, and learning about other cultures. Her summer abroad studying media theory in Munich, Germany sparked an interest for traveling as well. Although Rachel is a Kentucky girl at heart, she said she has embraced the southern hospitality in her new home of Mississippi.
WTOK-TV ABC Meridian, MS

 

 

Shanisty Myers/Anchor/Reporter
 "I really enjoyed my time in Florida and I think that it was very beneficial to me on my trek to breaking into the industry.  Thanks so much for all your help." 

Shanisty joined CBS 42 in August, 2008 as a reporter.

Shanisty grew up in a suburb outside of Columbus, Ohio. She graduated from the University of Kentucky with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in History.

Prior to moving to Birmingham, she worked as an Anchor/ Reporter at WTAP in Parkersburg, West Virginia. Shanisty covered a variety of stories, but says her most memorable one was seeing a soldier surprise his son at school.

When she’s not working, Shanisty enjoys spending time with her labs, Amelia and Olivia. Shanisty is also an avid sports fan, who’s always cheering on the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bears, and her beloved Wildcats.
WIAT-TV  CBS Birmingham, AL
 

Alicia Coates/Reporter
 "Thanks to a American Broadcast Talent tape, I got a phone call for my first on-air job.  I could not have done it without you.  Very well organized in every aspect.  Good locations & great service.  Worth it!"

You can watch Alicia Coates as a reporter on KGPE-TV, CBS TV in Fresno, California.  Alicia Coates worked at KYMA-TV in Yuma as an Anchor/Reporter before coming to Fresno.

Alicia earned her Bachelors degree in Political Science at the University of California, San Diego.  She was on her way to law school before getting bitten by the "news bug" though her experiences at the local ABC station in San Diego.

Alicia is passionate about the environment and strives to educate residents on how to lead a more environmentally friendly lifestyle.

Alicia says the most rewarding part of her career is making a positive impact on the community one person at a time, one story at a time.
KGPE-TV  CBS Fresno, CA
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Ruth Showalter/Reporter

"Just wanted to let you know I received the package today! The resume tape looks awesome:)  Thank you both for all of your hard work and help.  Thanks to you, I just got offered a job with WOAY-TV in Beckley, West Virginia.  I am so excited and thanks for all your help."

Ruth Showalter is the Nightside Reporter at WOAY-TV in Beckley/Oak Hill/Bluefield West Virginia.  Prior to working at WOAY-TV, Ruth interned at the Home Shopping Network.
WOAY-TV ABC Beckley West Virginia


 

Joy Redmond/Reporter/Anchor
 "Breaking news.  I landed my first Anchor/Reporter position with KQDS-TV Fox 21 in Duluth, MN.  I'm overjoyed and I owe a big thanks to you guys again for putting together such a fabulous tape.  Couldn't have done it without you and wouldn't have wanted to.  You guys are awesome!"
KQDS-TV, Duluth, MN
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Paul Shahen/Sports Anchor
 "What a great sports tape.  Thanks for all your help.  I could not have done it without you guys." 

Paul Shahen was hired as a Weekend Sports Anchor.  He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, which explains why when it comes to sports he bleeds black and gold. His stay in Pittsburgh wasn't long, but Pittsburgh fans know all about loyalty, even when their favorite baseball team can't hit sand if they fell off a camel.

Paul moved to Wolcott, Connecticut, a very small town full of some good times and some good people.

His family and friends from home are credit to who he is today. He played baseball and soccer his whole life; in fact, his second word ever said was baseball. Safe to say, mom wasn't too pleased it was before her. His first recollection of participating in sports came at about 3 years of age when he decided to play baseball with a bat and the Christmas ornaments.

Paul didn't realize he wanted to be a sports reporter until his second year at Southern Connecticut State University. He was covering sports and loving it; then it hit him that he could actually get paid to do this. He did two internships -- one at FSN Pittsburgh, and then in his final year at FOX61 in Hartford, Connecticut. He anchored some campus TV shows and sports radio shows, and hosted "Owl Eye Sports," a show that showcased Southern Connecticut’s best athletes.

After graduating, Paul spent some time traveling up and down the east coast. When funds got low, which they did, He spent a lot more time working, and applying for jobs. He came to Pocatello and joined NBC Newschannel 6 in November as the weekend sports anchor/reporter.
WRCB-TV Chattanooga, TN   NBC

 

Herbie Smith/News Reporter
"Your company was so wonderful to work with.  You helped me in so many ways.  Most importantly, I landed my first position in West Virginia.  I could not have done this without American Broadcast Talent.

Herbie Smith is the Dayside Reporter at WOAY-TV in Beckley/Oak Hill/Bluefield West Virginia.
WOAY-TV Oak Hill, WV   ABC
 


Steve Kaczynski/Reporter 
"I got the job!  It took me one week after sending out my first tape to get an interview and less than a month to get a job.  Thanks again and the tape obviously came together very well."

Steve was hired as a morning reporter at KNDO-TV.  He has covered all kinds of stories for the station including breaking news on a daily basis.  He has also reported for the 5 pm & 6 pm newscasts.  Steve has shot and edited many of his stories.

Steve is a proud graduate of Ohio State University in wonderful Columbus, Ohio.  He graduated in 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications.  There he created the Buckeye TV Sports Department.  He also developed, produced, wrote and hosted the Buckeye Football PM Show.  You can tell, Steve has a love for sports as well as news.

Steve is taking currently taking a break from the news business.  But he is not far away from the exciting media industry.  Steve can be found working as a Media & Public Relations Coordinator at the Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital.
KNDO-TV  NBC  Yakima, WA
 Watch Steve Kaczynski


 

Megan has a tv job with Inside Edition

Megan Alexander/TV Host/Reporter
 "Thanks so much for all your help.  I could not have done it without you guys.  Your resume tape service was wonderful and I learned so much.  Not to mention creating a great resume tape."

You see Megan every night as a Correspondent for the national television show "INSIDE EDITION", television's longest-running, top-rated and most-honored syndicated newsmagazine. She joined the show in fall of 2007 and covers everything from crime stories, the latest fashion trends and what the stars are up to. Megan has a knack for putting people at ease while entertaining and informing the public about the stories of the day. She lives in New York and has her pulse on the city and the world.

Born and raised in Seattle, WA, Megan’s first media experience came in a radio interview at the age of 5! Always a bit of an animated kid, she attended King's High School in Seattle and was actively involved with the performing arts and musical theatre, singing and performing with a group called "Living Faith".

She headed to Westmont College in Southern California and was elected Student Body President her senior year. Megan graduated with a degree in Political Science/International Relations. While in college she spent a semester at American University in Washington DC interning in the United States Senate, as well as studying the European Union abroad.

Her first broadcasting job began with a classical music station in Santa Barbara, and then she headed to the music city of Nashville, TN where she worked in radio varying from Christian/Gospel, Pop and Country Music. Megan debuted on television as an entertainment host on “Tennessee Mornings on Fox 17”. She has served as a traffic reporter for TV and Radio for the past two years, as well as continuous to host numerous variety and special events shows, including a teen show for LifeWay Christian Resources called "Fuel". While in Nashville, Megan was active in the country music scene and appears in Country Music Artist Josh Turner’s music video “What it Ain’t” on CMT. She also has a part in the independent film "Something to Prove."

In October 2004 Megan came to San Antonio and served as a Reporter/Anchor for the morning news and co-host of the lifestyle talk-show "Great Day SA". She also helped launch, produce and host the "Mi Casa Make-Over Show", flipping houses in low-income neighborhoods.
Inside Edition
Watch Megan Alexander
 


 

Adam Bell/Meteorologist
"Everything worked from start to finish.  The tape could not have been better.  Everything went exactly as planned.  The product was perfect.  I got offered a Weather position yesterday."

Adam Bell comes to the Bozeman area from Poughkeepsie, NY about 90 minutes north of New York City, where he worked as a weather forecaster.

He joined the KBZK news team in August 2008 as the Morning Meteorologist and Reporter.

Born in Portland, Oregon Adam is an avid west coaster and enjoys most outdoor activities, including skiing, hiking and water-skiing.

His recent move to Bozeman brings him much closer to his family in Portland, allowing him to see them more often.

Adam also enjoys watching all sorts of TV shows and sports, and has recently picked up a habit of reading, particularly Science Fiction. As an avid weather lover, Adam always has his eye on the sky, waiting for the next exciting storm.
KBZK-TV Bozeman, MT
 

                     

Valerie Town/Reporter
 "American Broadcast Talent is the best!  I could not have gotten this job without your help.  Thanks for a great resume tape and my first on-air job.  Thanks for all your help with the interview process and landing this position."

Valerie Town is currently working general assignments for 49 News. With this responsibility, she gets to cover everything from crime to schools to local things happening around Topeka.

Valerie came from CNN in Atlanta as a video journalist and before that worked as an assignment editor at the local CBS station in Washington DC. She's lived on the East coast her whole life but moved to Topeka to work with 49 News and is loving being a reporter with the station.

Valerie graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Maryland. While she was there, she also cheered for the UMD competitive cheerleading team and moved on to become a professional cheerleader.
KTKA-TV  ABC Topeka, KS

 

 

Shani Muhammad/Reporter
 "It's my dream come true.  I got a job as a reporter/fill-in anchor thanks to you guys.  I knew I didn't want to relocate so I knew I had to be patient when looking for a job.  I found exactly what I was looking for.  Thank you so much American Broadcast Talent."

While growing up in Fort Lauderdale, FL., Shani knew at a very early age that she wanted a career in broadcast journalism. To help catapult her career start she attended Tennessee State University, in Nashville..the alma mater of TV Icon Oprah Winfrey. While still in college Shani managed to garner a competitive internship at the same station that gave Winfrey her start, CBS affiliate WTVF.

Prior to arriving at WCJB, Shani wore many career hats. Everything from being a Debate teacher to owning her own shoe store. But her love for news never died and it ultimately led her back to where her heart truly is.

When she's not reporting, Shani loves to travel with her family. She says that her most recent trip to Egypt and Ghana should be at the top of everyone's "Top places to visit before you die list". She's also a huge fan of Big Louie's Pizzeria on Fort Lauderdale Beach and Fantasia Barrino…in that order.

"I'm only a liaison between the action and the people who can't be there. In essence, I'm a storyteller, the people and action take center stage."
WCJB-TV Gainesville, FL

 

Melissa Schroeder/Reporter
 Melissa Schroeder started working as a multi-media journalist at KRIS-TV in July of 2009. She wanted to be a reporter since elementary school and now she's living her dream here in South Texas.

Melissa brings ten years experience to KRIS-TV both in front of and behind the camera. She's worked at stations in Dayton and Columbus, OH, San Diego, CA and Dalton, GA. Although Melissa was born a Buckeye in the state of Ohio, she's thrilled to call Corpus Christi her home.

During her spare time she enjoys volunteer work, watching cheesy horror movies and playing with her rescued pound puppy "Ellie Belle". Melissa is always interested to hear from you and what's going on in your community.
 Watch Melissa Schroeder


 

Reporter Resume Tape

Jacqueline Ingles/Reporter
 "It's my dream come true.  I got a job as a reporter/fill-in anchor thanks to you guys.  I knew I didn't want to relocate so I knew I had to be patient when looking for a job. My mother and I absolutely love the work you and Randy did.  The tape looks spectacular and was everything and more than what I was looking for.  Thank you so much for doing such a professional job. "

My pursuit of having a career in journalism started at the age of five. My parents always watched the nightly news and included us children. While watching the along with them one evening my mom said, ‘Jackie, this would be a great job for you.’ That simple statement planted the seed for my future. While internships weren’t an option at such a young age, I turned to writing, both print and creative. All the while, my parents kept encouraging me to pursue my dream and not give up. Then, during college, I interned at WBBM-TV and for Harry Porterfield at WLS-TV in Chicago. I followed up college with grad school at Northwestern University. While at Medill, I worked as a legal reporter for the Medill News Service. My first job out was as a multi-platform political correspondent for MTV News in conjunction with the Associated Press. I covered the 2008 Presidential election in the State of Illinois from a youth perspective. Following the election, I headed South to work for WCTV as a one-woman-band reporter in their Valdosta, Georgia, bureau. One year later, KXAN called and the rest remains to be written.
KXAN-TV Austin, Texas NBC
 

Liz Elan/Reporter
 "American Broadcast Talent was awesome.  I love the tape.  I have been offered two jobs within two weeks of sending out my tape.  Your service is wonderful and I would not be on-air without you guys.  Thanks so much."

Liz Elan Joined the KGTV/10News team in December 2009. In her four years in the news business, Liz has reported in two extreme regions of the country. After studying at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University, Liz packed up and headed to snow country. She began her career in Sioux City, Iowa. At 22, she was on a first-name basis with nearly all of the 2008 presidential candidates as they took over the Hawkeye State during the Iowa caucuses.  Liz also spent a great deal of time researching the skyrocketing number of autism cases in Northwest Louisiana and around the country. She was recognized for her work by the Iowa Broadcast News Association. She plans to settle down on the West Coast for a while and finally get a puppy -- a bulldog named Lunchbox.
KGTV-TV  San Diego, CA
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Todd Hicks resume tape lands him at WSAW-TV.

Todd Hicks/Reporter-Anchor
 "My tape looks perfect.  I could not have gotten this great job without American Broadcast Talent.  I learned so much."

Todd Hicks joined WSAW in March 2007. He was previously the morning anchor for KSAX Eyewitness News in Alexandria, Minnesota.  Todd graduated with honors from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri with a degree in broadcast journalism.

During his college studies, Todd interned for a year at KTVI-Fox 2 News in St. Louis.  Originally from Port Angeles, Washington, Todd has lived in Seattle, Portland, Ore., San Francisco, Los Angeles, Miami, St. Louis, and now Wausau.

Todd previously worked in the airline industry on projects ranging from corporate video to specialized training for the airline's employees in Central and South America.

Todd was awarded 'Best Spot News' in Wisconsin by the Associated Press in 2007 and was recognized by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association for WSAW's morning show, DayBreak.

"I am happy to live in Northcentral Wisconsin and to have the chance to bring you the latest news every day."
WSAW-TV  Wausau, wi
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Maura Kennedy/Reporter
"Thanks so much for a great resume tape experience.  I got a job offer so quickly thanks to you guys.  I really appreciate all your help and knowledge about the business."

Maura Kennedy joins News Channel 5 team as a general assignment reporter all the way from Moorestown, New Jersey.

Maura graduated from Boston University College of Communication with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and a minor in Religion. While at BU, she rowed and interned for Comcast SportsNet, WHDH, New England Cable News, BNN, NNN, BUTV, ESPN AM, The Daily Free Press, and worked as a radio reporter for WBCB.

Before coming to Grand Junction, Maura backpacked through Eastern and Western Europe for five months. She is thrilled to settle in Colorado and learn how to be a true Coloradoan through the genuine people and adventurous activities the Grand Valley has to offer.

Michael Lopez/Reporter
"Thank you so very much for your patience.  You guys produced a great resume tape for me.  It got me a job.  Thanks again.  The group session was great.  I felt both of you gave me the best help and attention to make an excellent tape."  Congratulations to Michael. 
Michael believes "your vision is the promise of what you shall one day be."   Michael says he would like to be the youngest network anchor on television.

He is now working at CBS 19 (Azteca America) in Tyler, Texas as a television Reporter.  Michael is excited to be reporting in both Spanish and English.   Before that he worked in Waco and at WGXA-TV in Macon, GA. 
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Lisa Ferrari put together a television journalism resume reel. Working at WCAV-TV Charlottesville, VA

Lisa Ferrari/Reporter
"I am so excited about my new job.  I got offered two different positions at the same time.  Both job offers came within 3 months after getting my tape done.  The news directors loved my tape.  Thanks for everything.  I am taking the job at WCAV-TV."
Watch Lisa Ferrari
 

Nisha Gutierrez's resume tape got her a television job with KPVI-TV

Nisha Gutierrez/Reporter
"Thanks so much.  I will be working as a field reporter.  I am really excited to finally be able to full fill my lifelong dream.  Thanks American Broadcast Talent.  The workshop exceeded my expectations and I want you to know that I had a wonderful time."




 

Marc Blaine/News Anchor
Marc came to American Broadcast Talent for a solid anchor/reporter resume tape.  American found Marc to be a solid on-air talent.  Marc landed a job quickly after using our services.

"Thanks so much Kathleen and Randy.  You guys were great and I learned so much.  I got a job!  Thanks much.
This was such a great experience.  Got back into the business in Yuma.  I could not have done it without you"

Marc Blaine is the anchor for News Channel 3 HD in the Morning on Saturday and Sunday at 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM.

He also covers the Coachella Valley as a reporter. 

Marc comes to KESQ-TV from KNBC-TV in Los Angeles where he worked as a sports producer on the stations award winning staff.  In fact, if Marc looks familiar it's because he was the long time Sports Director at KMIR-TV.  Before becoming a Valley resident Marc worked as Assistant Sports Director at WBBH-TV in Fort Myers, Florida.  Over the years he's covered every major sporting event; Super Bowls, the NBA Finals, MLB playoffs and the Stanley Cup playoffs.  However, Marc has always found the local stories the most intriguing and most rewarding. 

Marc's work has won numerous awards including Golden Mike Awards for Best Live Reporting and Best Sportscast.  Marc is a native of Los Angeles and graduated from USC where he was on the water everyday as member of the Trojans Crew team.  


 Reporter Resume Tape


 Robin Jedlicka/Reporter
"I received my tape.  Thank you so much!  The tape looks great.  I got the job!  Thanks so much for your hard work." 

Robin is WALB's Valdosta Bureau Reporter.  She is happy to be back in her home state after completing two internships with WESH Channel 2 News in Orlando, Florida. 

She grew up in both Snellville and Marietta, Georgia.Robin is a graduate of Berry College, where she majored in English and completed a concentration in Writing.  She also holds a degree from The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City.   

In her spare time (which will be hard to find between work and wedding planning), Robin loves to travel.  Her favorite destination is Wales.  She also enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family, and battling her addiction to CNN.

 

Sara Jane Harris/Reporter/Producer
"I got offered a great Reporter/Producer job in Columbia,SC.  Everyone loved my tape.  Thanks so much American Talent."

Sara Jane Harris is happy beginning her broadcasting career in Columbia as Reporter and Producer for WACH FOX News. Sara Jane has strong ties to the Columbia area, having grown up in Irmo, before she moved with her family to the Upstate while in high school and graduated from Dorman High School. While there, she was fortunate to participate on the State Championship Lady Cavaliers basketball team. Her high school sports experience included lettering in five other varsity sports as well.

Sara Jane earned her B.A. in Communications from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2008. As a scholarship athlete in college, Sara Jane played Division I soccer for both the USC Gamecocks and the Charlotte 49ers. Athletics has played a major role in her life and has taught her vital skills like teamwork and leadership; as well as providing many interesting experiences and the opportunity to meet and get to know people from all over the United States. While in college, Sara Jane interned with NBC Universal and WBTV Sports in Charlotte. At WBTV, she covered professional sports teams like the Carolina Panthers and the Charlotte Bobcats and was able to experience the thrill of NASCAR.

In her spare time, you can find Sara Jane working out, listening to music, and cheering on the Gamecocks! Sara Jane is blessed 'with the gift of gab' and loves talking to people in the WACH viewing community to find out what they think about the key issues affecting their lifestyles and the Midlands.



 

Tanuja Raghoo/Host
"I found American Broadcast Talent to be professional in their session.  I admired the patience of Randy & Kathleen and I never felt pressured or rushed by them.  I really enjoyed working with them."

I have been in Broadcasting for the past twenty years and I am living my passion every day.

I love the interaction that I have with the people that I meet through Caribbean Spotlight Television  Programming. Every moment is an experience to cherish!

When Caribbean Spotlight Television Programming was created, the intention was to entertain and inform the Guyanese, Caribbean and South Asian Communities.

For the past twenty years, Caribbean Spotlight has been and is continuing to make a difference in promulgating the cultures from both the East and the West.

"We are making a difference and bringing people together in our communities."

I would like to thank all my viewers and sponsors for being part of the Caribbean Spotlight Family.
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Ray Canevari/Sports Anchor
"I really enjoyed working with both of you.  Everything is done so professionally and you're so easy to work with." 

Ray anchors morning drive sportscasts on USA. He's been here for the last 7 of his 16-year broadcasting career. Also for 7 years, he's been the voice -- and face -- of SMU football and basketball play-by-play on both radio and TV.

Ray's lively delivery brings USA audiences an unparalleled knowledge of sports -- presenting network radio's only 24 hour a day, 7 day a week sportscast schedule.
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Eddie Sheer put together a weather resume tape and got a job at WGXA-TV in Columbus, GA


Eddie Sheerr/Meteorologist
"The finished tape is amazing.  I am starting my first job as the main meteorologist in Georgia.  Thank you so much American Talent." 

Chief Meteorologist Eddie Sheerr joined the FOX24 news team in August of 2007. He comes by way of Bucks County Pennsylvania, which is close to Philadelphia, where he grew up, and is happy to make Macon his new home.

Eddie earned a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology with a Minor in Technical Mathematics while at Plymouth State University in Plymouth, NH.

During the summer of 2006, while Eddie was a Junior, he completed an internship at NBC (WCAU-TV) in Philadelphia PA. While there, he interned with Glenn “Hurricane” Schwartz and Doug Kammerer (the same Doug who started his career with us).   Eddie is a member of the American Meteorological Society, and is currently in the process of applying for and receiving his Certified Broadcast Meteorologist credentials from the American Meteorological Society.

As a young boy Eddie knew he had a fixation with weather. During August of 1992, he was in the Fort Lauderdale area on vacation at his Grandparents’ home when Hurricane Andrew hit. This experience turned the weather fixation into a passion he will have for the rest of his life.   According to Eddie, all meteorologists have a favorite type of weather. His include Nor’easters, Thunderstorms and Hurricanes.

Unfortunately since he is from Philadelphia, Eddie is a big Philly sports fan. He roots for the Eagles, Phillies, and most of all the Flyers.   During his spare time Eddie enjoys playing golf, tennis, skiing, training at the gym and relaxing.

 

Jeremy Babin's resume demo tape got him a job as a sport director
 

Jeremy Babin/Sports Anchor/Reporter
"it was so great meeting both you and Randy.  I am so glad I decided to invest in those 2 days in Florida.  My only regret is that I did not know of this service a few years ago. 

Thank you both so much for the terrific two days.  It was very beneficial and very informative.  I could not have gotten this position as a Sports Director without this tape."

Jeremy Babin is the Sports Director at WDNN-TV in Dalton, Georgia.  Before this position, Jeremy worked as a Sports Reporter in Lima, Ohio thanks to American Broadcast Talent.
 

Dave is working as a TV Journalist in North Carolina

Dave Marcheskie/Reporter
"You guys are great.  I could not have produced such a great resume tape without American Talent."  

Dave Marcheskie joined the WITN-7 News Team in August 2008. He is excited to cover the Eastern Carolina action when the sun goes down. You can see Dave on WITN News at 11. A native from the Philadelphia area Dave considers journalism a life long passion.

Dave graduated from Ursinus College with a degree in Communication & Media Studies and Politics in 2007. Always wanting to be in the middle of the action, Dave immersed himself in journalism writing for the newspaper, broadcasting sporting events, hosting a radio talk show, and running the campus TV station; UCTV.

Dave received an award from the University of Pennsylvania for his compelling documentary, "Crystal Clear: Breaking the Cycle of Incest." Dave continued his passion for journalism studying media in Italy and working as an intern for Comcast SportsNet in Philadelphia.

He believes community is an essential part of life. Dave is an Eagle Scout and loves to hang out with family and friends. You can see Dave in Greenville cheering for his favorite new team, the ECU Pirates.

 

Alexis Miller got a reporter job at WWLP-TV with a reporter resume tape

Alexis Miller/Reporter
Alexis attended one of our small group sessions.  She put together a reporter tape that included everything from packages to a look live.  Alexis is now working for WWLP-TV, NBC station in Springfield, Mass as a television reporter.

"Thank you so much American Broadcast Talent.  The session was amazing and I learned so much.  I could not have done it without you guys.  I really recommend anyone trying to break into television to use your services."
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Stefanie Tiso/Reporter
"Randy & Kathleen you were both full of so much helpful information, as well as being very supportive.  I think the tape flows well and I'm happy with the stand-ups and being able to use some of my outside work..   Since the workshop, I have found the packet of information on applying for jobs very helpful.  Thanks guys!"

Stefanie is excited to start her reporting career in Columbus, Georgia where she is also the News Content Manager. She is a 2007 graduate of Tufts University where she majored in English and minored in Communication and Media Studies.

During her time at Tufts, Stefanie co-produced the documentary, “Stuttering: Not Bound by Words” which was featured in a local film festival. She also interned at MSNBC, first for “Live and Direct with Rita Cosby,” and later for Rita Cosby’s Dayside production team. In addition, she was a production intern at CourtTV, and a reporter intern at New England Cable News... she loved every minute in the newsroom and out in the field.

Stefanie looks forward to getting to know the Columbus community and serving you with news that’s important to you. After going to college in Boston and growing up in Stamford, Connecticut, Stefanie can’t wait for warm, blizzard-free winters!

 

Brittany is working in Orlando as a television reporter


 Brittany Shane/Reporter
"Thank you so much American Broadcast Talent.  The tape got me the perfect job.  I can't thank Kathleen and Randy enough.  I have told all my friends about your service."

Brittany Shane comes to WMFE-TV from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She reports on important issues facing Central Florida for "This Week." Prior to joining the team, she attended Ohio University in Athens, Ohio where she received a Bachelors of Specialized Studies in Journalism and English. While in school Brittany worked on Athens Midday News and interned at WPGH Fox 53.

 

American Broadcast Talent help Tracy Malone land a reporter job with HSTV

 

Tracy Malone/Reporter 
"You guys are the best in the business.  There is not a better service to help you get on-air in teleivison.  Thanks so much for a great resume tape."

Tracy Malone. counted on American Talent to get her resume tape done.  Tracy has always wanted to work in television.  Tracy sent her tape to Uniontown, PA and now works as a reporter/anchor.  Catch Tracy on HSTV  News 19. 
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Trish Hermanson is working as a sports anchor in Madison Wisconsin


 Trisha Hermanson/Sports Reporter 
"Thanks so much for the perfect sports resume tape.  My work looks great and something I am very proud of.  Great editing and use of graphics.

Trisha is now working in wonderful Madison Wisconsin at WISC-TV as a Sports Anchor/Reporter.  Trisha came to American Broadcast Talent to put together a sports tape.  Within one week, Trisha got a call and was hired at KDLT-TV in South Dakota.  She was hired within a month.  Congratulations Trisha! 
 

Joey Sovene/Meteorologist
Joey got his weather tape done at American Talent.  Joey has always dreamed of doing the weather full time.  Joey is currently working at WCBD-TV in Charleston, South Carolina.

"I accepted the position of weekend meteorologist at a television station.  I can't thank the two of you enough for your help in getting this position.  Without your guidance I would have been completely lost and unable to get this position." 

Storm Team 2 Meteorologist Joey Sovene arrived in February of 2008 and can be seen * weekends on News 2 at 6, 7 and 11PM. Joey comes to the Lowcountry after spending the past year as a meteorologist at WVVA-TV in Bluefield, West Virginia.

A native of Salem, Virginia, Joey graduated from Millersville University in Pennsylvania with a Bachelors of Science degree in Meteorology.

While at Millersville, Joey participated in the National Collegiate Forecasting Contest. As a senior, he finished in first place nationally amongst over 700 students and faculty nationwide. He also was a lead forecaster for the Campus Weather Service providing weather forecasts for the university.

Professionally, Joey is a member of the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association.

Joey is a huge Virginia Tech fan and he also enjoys cheering on the Cleveland Browns and Indians. In his free time, Joey loves to be outdoors camping and fishing. He looks forward to being involved in the community.

 

Alyssa Massetti's media resume tape got here a job at WDTV

Alyssa Massetti/News Anchor  Alyssa  Massetti came to American Broadcast Talent, got her tape together and quickly joined the Channel Five News Team. Alyssa is anchoring the weekday evening news at
5, 5:30, 6 and producing and anchoring the 11:00 News.

"This was an amazing experience.  Better than I could have imagined.  My family was so happy with the tape.  This was an experience I could have never obtained from a classroom".

 

Tessa Sovoy landed a media job as a journalist with WPMI-TV Mobile, AL

 

Tessa Savoy/News Reporter
Tessa Savoy is working as a Reporter at the NBC station in Mobile, AL.  Tessa came to American Talent while working for a couple of radio stations in Louisiana.  She put a great tape together and is such a talented person with plenty of drive.  Tessa worked off air at WPMI-TV for awhile and then got her big break on-air as a television Reporter at the station.

Covering news is Tessa's passion.  She got her start in her hometown of Lake Charles, Louisiana, reporting for a Cumulus cluster of radio stations.  Tessa covered everything from local politics to education.  She later added "radio anchor" to her resume, but she wanted more . . . television!

In October of 2005, Tessa took a risk. She quit her radio job and moved to Mobile, Alabama, accepting an entry-level news position at WPMI. Her decision paid off!

Watch Tessa's reports, Wednesday through Sunday, on LOCAL 15 News.
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WAGM-TV hired Christy Foley from her reporter resume tape

Christy Foley/Reporter
"What a great experience.  I got a job offer thanks to you guys.  I can't even begin to tell you how much I appreciate all of the assistance you and Randy gave me in Florida.  You both work so hard to help our dreams come true and there's no way to sufficiently thank you for that."

Christy came to one of our group reporter sessions and put together a high quality tape.  Christy sent out the tape and was hired at WAGM-TV in Presque Isle, Maine.

 

Raphael Miranda got a weather job with NBC
 

Rapheal Miranda
Raphael is now working as the weekend morning meteorologist at WNBC-TV in New York.  Prior to this, Rapheal could be seen on NBC Weather Plus in New York. 

Raphael came to American Broadcast Talent to get a weather tape completed.  Raphael can be seen doing the weather around the country.  Raphael will go far in the business!  Watch for him in the years to come.

"Thanks so much American Broadcast Talent.  You guys produced such a perfect weather resume tape.  The combination of weathercasts, breaking weather and package looks great on the tape."
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Danielle N./Anchor-Reporter
Danielle has such a great personality and is so talented. She came to us some years back to jump into television.  So she got a tape with American Broadcast Talent and got a job in beautiful Charleston, SC.  Since then she worked in Milwaukee and now works in Pittsburgh, PA as a News Anchor.  Keep up the great work.

Danielle stepped into her role as weekend anchor for Channel 11 News during the winter of 2008. She can be seen reporting live from all over Pittsburgh weekdays on Channel 11 Morning News and on weekend mornings.

Born and raised in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Danielle earned her bachelor’s degree from Syracuse University and completed her Master’s degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and the National Association of Black Journalists.

Since graduating Danielle has followed her journalism career across the country, from as far away as Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Greenville, Mississippi, all the way to Charleston, South Carolina, where she has been an anchor and reporter at all three stations. At WCIV in Charleston she received an Associated Press award for Educational Reporting. Now she resides in Pittsburgh, excited to be closer to home and to take on new challenges.

“It’s overwhelming when you think of how many people rely on you each day, but it reminds me my job is important as fun and challenging. I definitely don’t take it for granted.”

 

A reporter anchor resume tape got Michelle Roberts a job with KGWN-TV


 Michelle Roberts/Anchor-Reporter
 Michelle Roberts is one talented lady.  She came to us for a resume tape and for some training.  With in one month of sending out her tape, she landed a wonderful position as a Weekend Anchor/Reporter at KGWN-TV.  This is the CBS station in beautiful  Wyoming. 

Michelle Roberts joined "Your Station" in September 2008. She is your weekday reporter and weekend anchor/producer.

Michelle was born and raised in Chicago, which she hopes has prepared her for the windy Cheyenne winters she keeps hearing about. Although she misses her family and friends in Chicago, Michelle is glad to call the Cowboy state her new home.

As an alumni of The University of Colorado at Boulder's School of Journalism of Mass Communication, Michelle loves her second home in Boulder. During football season, she can be found cheering for the "Buffs".

Travel has always been a passion for Michelle. She enjoys learning about new cultures and telling their stories. Some of her most recent adventures have taken her to Thailand, Kenya, and Spain.

Michelle interned at a variety of public relations and advertising firms before she discovered her passion for broadcast news. She is proud to be a part of the KGWN news team, and is looking forward to meeting all her new Cheyenne neighbors.
 

Sara Talbert landed a television journalism job with KXXV-TV in Waco, TX


Sara Talbert/Reporter Sara Talbert enrolled in American Talent to find her first job in television.  After shooting some real news, stand-ups, packages, and look live, she quickly landed a job at KXXV-TV in Waco, Texas.  This is the ABC station in that market.  Sara is a general assignment reporter. 

Sara Talbert joined the News Channel 25 team as a reporter in November of 2005. She covered Bell and Coryell County, along with Fort Hood. Sara took over Weekend Anchor in November of 2007.

A true Central Texan, Sara hails from the booming city of China Spring. She began her journalism career in college while working as a production assistant, writing for her college newspapers and reporting on the side-lines at Tarleton State University football games... and yes, she does bleed purple.

While in college, Sara received third place at the Texas Intercollegiate Press Conference for TV Sports Writing. Despite being a fanatical football fan, especially when watching her brothers, who played for Southwest Baptist University in Bolivar, Missouri, Sara knew reporting the news was her true passion.

After graduation from TSU in the fall of 2004, Sara reported for the Killeen Daily Herald. She covered the courts system in Bell County, before making the switch to television.

In her free-time, Sara enjoys spending time with her family and friends. A true Texan, she also loves anything to do with Texas, including a great steak, country music, and Dr Pepper. She lives for warm weather and in the summer, can be found somewhere in or near the water!

 

Sports anchor at WOFL-TV Orlando, FL


Thomas Forester/Sports Anchor 
"I could not have gotten back in the sports business with out you guys"  Thanks!

Thomas Forrester is working for WOFL-TV in Orlando, Florida as the main sports anchor.  Thomas came to American Talent for a great resume tape.  Thomas put together a news tape but was able to land himself a sports position at a Fort Myers television station.

Thomas Forester is a multimedia sports anchor and reporter. Covering the world of sports is a passion for him. Thomas's career highlights include covering three NBA All-star Games, Superbowl XXXIX, two World Series and going one on one with Tiger Woods. While working for WEWS, Thomas won an Emmy. He has also worked covering sports for several television stations in Georgia and Florida.

 

Reporter Julie Browers is working at WENY-TV in NY


Julie Browers/Morning Anchor
"A big thanks to your and Randy.  I could not have gotten my dream job without your company.  Thanks for your help." 

Julie graduated from Ringling School of Art and Design in Sarasota, Florida.  She came to American Talent to put together a solid resume tape. Julie was offered a Reporter job at the ABC station.  She is is now the Morning News Anchor at WENY-TV in New York.

 

A reporter resume tape got Julie a job with WLFI-TV



Julie Krizen/Reporter
We are so happy for Julie Krizen.  She came to American Broadcast Talent for assistance with her reporter resume tape. She is now reporting in Indiana at WLFI-TV. 

Julie joined WLFI in March of 2008 as a Reporter/Producer. She is originally from Venice, Florida. She attended Florida State University where she graduated with a degree in English with a concentration in writing, and a minor in Communications. While in school she was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta, and took part in Florida State University's News Team as an Entertainment Reporter. She had two internships while in school. One at WCTV in Tallahassee, FL and the other at WWSB in Sarasota, FL which she watched growing up. In her free time she enjoys going to the beach, working out, and spending time with her family and friends. 

She loves the Seminoles and spending time with her dog, Brody! She says she is excited for the winter, because she has only seen snow a couple times in her life. She also says she is happy to be in Lafayette covering news from where YOU live.

Katie Jeffries/Reporter
Katie Jeffries has landed a position as a television reporter a WHIZ-TV in Zanesville, Ohio.  Katie recently visited American Broadcast Talent to put together a great reporter resume tape.  In a short period of time, Katie landed an on-air position at this NBC station.  Great job Katie and good news for the folks at WHIZ-TV.

 

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Sherri Vasquez/TV Host  What can we say about Sherri.  She attended one of our reporter sessions and produced a winning resume tape.  Sherri continues to do such wonderful work.  She is the host and producer of her show titled the "Latin View."

She has held reporting and editing positions with the Rocky Mountain News, the Coloradoan and the Boulder Courant. She has also won several awards over the years.
Sherri keep up the great work. 

Sherri Vasquez, host and producer of Latin View, has more than a dozen years experience in the news business.

She has held reporting and editing positions with the Rocky Mountain News, The Coloradoan in Fort Collins, the bilingual weekly La Voz Hispana de Colorado, The Boulder Courant and The Westminster Window. 

Vasquez, who also served as press secretary for Colorado Governor Roy Romer’s 1990 re-election campaign, recently worked as marketing director for the Denver Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.  She also taught journalism and mass communications at the Community College of Denver.

Vasquez won the 1992 Positive Images Award presented by the Colorado Hispanic Media Association, and CHMA’s 1993 Positive Images Award for Editorial Excellence. In 1996 she won second place for team feature writing in the Society of Professional Journalists statewide contest, circulation division of 100,000+.

In addition, her journalism career accomplishments were featured in “History of Colorado’s Women for Young People” by author Vivian Sheldon-Epstein in 1998.

International experience includes undergraduate studies at the University of Seville in Spain and positions with Spain’s official wire service La Agencia EFE and The New York Times bureau in Madrid. Vasquez earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Colorado.
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James Valles put together a news resume tape

 

James Valles/Reporter
"I love my new tape.  I am so happy!  I am streaming it online as I write this.  I cannot thank you enough for all your support and hardwork.  I truly appreciate it."

James Valles is an American television journalist. He is currently an anchor/reporter for WTVM-TV, the ABC News Affiliate in Columbus, Georgia.

Valles studied journalism at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and graduated magna cum laude from Columbia College Chicago. While at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Valles began his journalism career as a reporter for the Daily Illini.

James Valles is currently a news reporter for WTVM-TV, an ABC News affiliate in Columbus, Georgia. He joined the station in September 2008 and is currently anchoring the site's Web-only newscast, "Now Cast," and covers the web online and weekdays at 5:30.



 

Rob Starkey/Sports Anchor-Reporter
"I was offered a job at WACH-TV in Columbia, South Carolina.  I am shooting, editing and directing and loving it.  Thanks so much for everything I learned and it really helped me get a job"

Rob Starkey wears many hats for WACH FOX NEWS.

When he’s not out in the field reporting you can catch him on the news desk anchoring sports or behind the scenes directing the newscast.

Rob enjoys the newsroom atmosphere and the constant opportunities to learn new things and meet new people.

Hailing from New England, Rob attended the Connecticut School of Broadcasting in Wellesley Hills, MA.  While attending the Connecticut School of Broadcasting, Rob interned with New England Cable News in the Sports department.

Rob covered the Red Sox’s 2004 World Series win, possibly one of the greatest moments of his life.  Rob loves covering local news, sports, and anything that gets him out in the field.

When he’s not on the job he enjoys spending time with his daughter, Claire as well as following his favorite New England sports teams.

 

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Ray Raimundi/Reporter
 Ray Raimundi joined News 12 in August 2007 as a general assignment reporter.

He comes to News 12 from WNYW-TV, Fox 5 in New York where he started off as a production assistant. He eventually served many capacities at Fox 5 including working the assignment desk, field producing, and segment producing for their morning show Good Day New York. Ray's most exciting assignments at Fox 5 include the MTA Transit Strike in December of 2005 and the Roosevelt Island Tram Car being struck in April of 2006. Ray's broadcasting tenure includes stints at WWOR-TV, My 9 News in Seacaucus New Jersey, as well as internships with MTV.

Ray is a graduate of Syracuse University, where he received a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and Communications. While there, Ray was a general assignment reporter and sports reporter for the University Union Television Station (UUTV). Ray also worked for WAER-FM, Jazz 88 radio where he served as a play-by-play announcer for Syracuse University sports.

"You guys are great.  Thanks to you I am no longer working production.  American helped me get on air and I could not have done it without you guys.  Again thanks!"
 


Becky Bamberger put together a reporter resume tape

 

Becky Bamberger/TV Host
 Becky Bamberger sought out American Broadcast Talent, got her tape together and found a unique hosting job in beautiful San Diego. Becky hosts a show called San Diego's Best and Brightest with Beck and Bob.  The show aired on Fox 6 XETV.

"American Talent helped me so much.  I learned alot about the business.  My resume tape looks so professional and represents my talents.  I have landed a host job at XETV"

Noted print, radio, and television business journalist, Rebecca "Beck" Bamberger, is host of San Diego's Best and Brightest and CEO of BAM Communications. A proud San Diego native representing the new wave of business leaders, Beck fuses a rare combination of television and business experience with a twist of her signature spunk. She's worked in over five TV news networks and studios, including San Diego's NBC 7/39 and KUSI News, along with Pittsburgh's PBS affiliate and WPXI. Beck's writing has been featured in the Concierge Connection, City Search, Pacifica magazine, Biz San Diego, San Diego Family Magazine, Visions magazine, Chula Vista Living and more.

Passionate about the communication of business, Beck founded BAM Communications, a public relations firm, in 2006. BAM Communications continues to represent cutting edge businesses and innovative, lifestyle oriented clients including Trattoria Acqua, AlphaMale, Currant Restaurant, Opaque, Prato Cleaners, Appeal Media, Groovy Like a Movie, Burger Lounge, Hot Body Pilates, Lovinlounge.com and more.

Beck is a proud Bruin of UCLA, where she nabbed her B.A. in economics in unprecedented two years.  Immediately following her undergraduate degree, Beck obtained her MBA and a marketing specialization at the University of Pittsburgh Katz Business School, a US Today top 50 ranked business school. In Pittsburgh, Beck was co-president of Pittsburgh's National Association of Women MBA (NAWMBA.)  She also brushed up her marketing expertise with internships and projects for Morgan Stanley, UPMC, DeBeers, and Panera Bread. Not bad, for a 21-year-old.

There's more to Beck than the boardroom or the studio lights. She's a certified personal trainer (NSCA), print model, a licensed PADI scuba diver, avid salsa dancer, Toastmaster certified public speaker, marathon runner, and swings a mean forehand on the tennis court. A member of the San Diego Press Club, Rotaract, and the Society of Professional Journalists, Beck also volunteers for KPBS radio and the Girl Scouts of America.

Beck's business background and talk show talent started when she was 15 years old, when she randomly began calling CEOs in San Diego, asking for meetings, "just to chat" and learn how they got where they are today. So she claims, but we believe it.

 


 

Carla Bosacki/TV Host
Carla Bosacki came to American Talent from Canada.  She is a talented and personable on-air individual.  We created a anchor/reporting tape for Carla.  She was the former host of Toronto Living for the past 10 years.  Now she is the host of the new Daytime Toronto.  We love Carla and Canada.  Way to go!

Having traveled extensively throughout Canada, the United States, Europe and Thailand, and having lived in Utah and Vancouver, Carla is proud to call Toronto her home town.

An avid runner, she has run marathons in various cities including Toronto, Hamilton, Vancouver and New York City. Besides running, she enjoys spending time outdoors, hiking/ biking, or just being out and enjoying the wonders of nature.

Lately, Carla has discovered the mental and physical benefits of yoga and is currently taking courses to become a yoga instructor. One dream she is still trying to achieve is to get her pilots license, with a couple classes under her belt she still has a long way to go, but perhaps one day....

Carla believes strongly in volunteering and helping both humans and animals that need the help. She has been the Event Committee Head for the Pink Bedroom, an annual fundraiser for Breast Cancer, a big sister for The Children's Aid Society, and her love of animals allows her to be a foster mom for the small dog rescue. Although, fostering a small dog doesn't last for too long, as she finds herself adopting the dogs once they enter her home.

Carla is thrilled to be part of the new Daytime Toronto, and looks forward to entertaining and introducing viewers to all that Toronto and it's people have to offer on a daily basis. Rogers Television viewers will recognize Carla as the former host of Toronto Living for over 10 years.
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Kipp Kelly weather resume tape
 

Kipp Kelly/TV Weatherman
Kipp Kelly. came to American Broadcast Talent for a Weather Tape.  After finishing his tape, Kipp got four different job offers within two weeks.  Way to go Kipp!  Kipp decided to work as a morning/noon weathercaster at KTVL-TV in Medford, OR."American Talent is the greatest company for helping someone get into television.  Thanks Randy and Kathleen.

"I am so excited about my new job. I got offered four different weather/reporter positions at the same time. All job offers came within ONE week after sending my firsts tape out. AMAZING. I have taken the morning weather position at WTVL - TV in Medford, OR."

Kipp has since moved away from television and back into radio voiceovers.
 

Royce Rolstad working as an Anchor for Forgotten Coast TV

 

Royce Rolstad/TV Host-Producer
Royce has taken a job at FCTV otherwise know at Forgotten Coast Television.  Each week Royce hosts a program on local events and happenings in the area.  He also edits his own segments.  Great job Royce. 

"The tape turned out great!  It blows my college tape out of the water.  You can count on me sending others your way in the future.  Thanks again for the great tape "

Royce Rolstad III is a native of Franklin County and has been part of Forgotten Coast TV since its start in 2005. Each week Royce hosts Community Calendar, a program on local events and happenings in the area. In addition to his on-camera duties, he also edits the programs you see on FCTV.

In his spare time, Royce is a wedding and family portrait photographer and is a member of the board of directors of the Florida Seafood Festival and the local community theatre group, the Panhandle Players. He is also organist at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.

Royce is a graduate of Apalachicola High School and holds a degree in communication from Florida State University.

 

Julia got a tv job as a television reporter at WDTV



Julia Pizzonia/Reporter
Julia Pizzonia came to American Broadcast Talent for a reporter resume tape.  Julia got her tape together and began sending out her tape.  Ms. Pizzonia landed a position with WDTV as a on air television reporter. This is a wonderful CBS station. We are very proud of Julia.  She is very talented and will do well in the industry. 

"I want to thank you and Randy for everything.  It was a very helpful experience.  The workshop was great for making the tape.  Overall I was amazed the tape was so good."

 

Carl Leimer working as a reporter at WVEC-TV Norfolk, VA

 

Carl Leimer/Reporter
Carl Leimer attended an American Broadcast Talent session and got his reporter resume tape together.  Carl took a job in Vermont as an on-air reporter.  Since then, Carl has moved to Virginia and works as a television reporter at WVEC-TV, ABC in Norfolk.
"Thanks for an informative, professional and entertaining weekend.  Thanks for the prompt attention to my tape."

 

 

Natalee Nabors/Reporter
"Thanks so much American Broadcast Talent.  I could have not gotten a job without you.  Anyone looking for a job in the business should get their tape done from you guys".

 Natalee Nabors is proud to be apart of what she considers southern West Virginia’s highest quality newscast. She joins WVNS-TV after practicing law and hosting a daily, legal radio talk show in Atlanta, Georgia.

No stranger to West Virginia, Natalee’s husband, Gene Nabors Jr., is a Beckley native and a 1995 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, where he led the basketball team to a state championship in 1993.

Natalee graduated from the Louisiana State University Manship School of Mass Communication with a degree in Journalism. GO TIGERS!!!!

While at LSU, Natalee served as sports director of LSU’s student-run television station, Tiger Television, and hosted LSU Sports Weekly. During LSU athletic events, Natalee served as production assistant for several major networks including ESPN, Fox Sports Net, ABC, CBS and Jefferson Pilot.

After graduating from LSU, Natalee worked as a production assistant for Fox Sports Net in Atlanta helping to produce two live, nightly shows. Shortly thereafter she decided to attend law school at the Georgia State University College of Law.

When she’s not working, Natalee enjoys spending time with her husband, cooking, dancing and staying abreast of local and national politics.

 

 

Jon Covington/Freelance Host
"Thanks for everything...everyone is really impressed with the tape"

 Previously, Jon was the host and producer of the #1 Rated radio talk show in West Michigan, The Jon Covington Show, a daily television talk program that was syndicated in over 50 markets.

Jon's success on radio and television led to him being tapped to do voiceovers and appearances in commercial campaigns all over the Midwest and to his being a highly sought-after motivational speaker on the national circuit.

About his presence and ability to facilitate an interview, a well-known producer in the Chicago area noted that Jon compares well to one of the Windy City's most famous personalities. "WOW, this guy is a male version of Lady O if there ever was one!," writes Wally Zambrano. "His ability to connect with his guests and audience is as good as it gets. This guy has a very bright future in this business."

In addition to moderating several political debates, Jon has hosted and produced events including Jon Covington presents "Gonged" at the Daimler Chrysler Muskegon Summer Celebration. He's hosted live events featuring musical guests such as ATL, Vivian Green, and American Idol winner Ruben Studdard, among others.

Jon has written, produced, directed, acted in stage plays, and produced television specials. He appeared in a video segment that was featured in Eminem and (Rapper) 50-Cent's Anger Management World Tour.

Through his Jon Covington Presents radio series, Jon has had the opportunity to interview many notable figures including, President George W. Bush, Senator John Edwards, and civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton.

Jon is passionate about kids having the opportunity to attend college, Jon founded the C.W. Poole Scholarship Fund to help kids with moderate grade point averages attend college. Jon is a firm believer that, "Everybody deserves an opportunity."
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Noelle Gardner put together at reporter tape at American Broadcast Talent
 

Noelle Gardner/Reporter  Noelle Gardner is such a hard worker.  She came to American Broadcast Talent for a great Reporter resume tape.  At the time, Noelle was producing news in South Florida.

Noelle got a job in KIEM-TV in California.  Since then, she got a new job at KLFY in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Professionally, Noelle has anchored newscasts for network affiliates in California, Texas and Louisiana. She has also worked as a producer in Miami. In the bayou state she covered everything from live elections, Cajun festivals to hurricanes Gustav and Ike where she anchored non-stop during TV 10's coverage. She has met up with lawmakers including Louisiana's Governor Bobby Jindal, former Governor Kathleen Blanco, U.S. Senator Mary Landrieu and U.S. Senator David Vitter. On the star scene she has interviewed  music stars Cupid, Lil' Nathan, Lil Runt and entertainers Michael Buble' and Joan Rivers.

In Amarillo, Texas she anchored the weekday noon show for the CBS affiliate and was also the stations health reporter. She produced segments and reported on breakthroughs in medicine and new ideas for healthy living. Her most notable health stories include alerting her fellow Texans of possible outbreaks after tornados ripped through the panhandle, and meeting with soldiers coming back from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, who suffered from post traumatic stress disorder. Noelle also worked with the Amarillo's chapter of the American Red Cross. Through her health stories she served as a "life instructor" with the series "how to save a life" a show and tell of how to use a defibrillator and administer CPR. She also produced a series on self defense for women focusing on martial arts.

Prior to Texas, she worked on the West Coast as 5 & 6 pm anchor. She anchored the evening newscasts on California's North Coast for NBC affiliate, KIEM. Noelle was also a feature reporter the station's popular segment "The Spirit of the North Coast."  Before that she had various freelance reporter stints in Southern California and Florida.
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Rozzie Franco/TV Reporter
American Broadcast Talent considers Rozzie Franco family.  Rozzie is so talented.  Rozzie was working in radio news when she came to get some training and a reporter resume tape constructed.  She is a solid journalist.   Rozzie has since appeared on National Television shows as a reporter covering various court cases.

Rozzie Franco is the full-time news anchor for WFLF-AM 540 in Orlando, Florida as well as the Florida News Network serving major markets in the state of Florida.

Rozzie, a self described "army brat" traveled abroad before returning to Florida. She attended Mainland High School in Daytona Beach and then headed to South Florida. While in the southern part of the state, Rozzie graduated from Florida International University in Miami with a B.A. in English literature. After graduation,

Rozzie tended bar in some of the most popular nightclubs in Miami's South Beach club scene. After years of the night-time schedules, she decided to retire from the entertainment industry. After being recruited as a pharmaceutical sales rep, Roz led her sales team to become the top selling representative in the company. Rozzie returned to Daytona Beach to be with family. She went looking for a job in sales and landed a job in radio news at WNDB-AM 1150 in 2006.

She discovered her niche as a field reporter and so embarked on a new career. In 2007 Rozzie joined WDBO-AM 580 in Orlando as a weekend/fill in news reader and in less than three months, became part of the morning news team and was hired as a full time reporter/producer.
Watch Rozzie Franco
 

Colleen Lenhart
"Amazing!  I truly appreciate all of your time and hard work.  Thank you.  I rate my tape and the session as excellent!"
Looking for position
KWTX-TV Waco, TX

Alanna Hultz
"The session was excellent.  The job finding information was great.  I am up for a Reporter job in the Virgin Islands.  Wish me luck."
Lexington, KY

Justin Deutsch
"The session was excellent and impressive.  I came away with a great tape that I can send with confidence to potential employers.  Thanks! 
Los Angeles, CA

Elaina Herndon
"I really enjoyed myself and learned a lot from both of you."
Bronx, NY

Cherine Akbari
"Thanks so much to American Broadcast Talent, I got my first job in Montana.  I just have you to thank you so much!"
KTVH-TV  Helena, MT (has moved on)
Ariel Witzenberger
"I truly enjoyed every minute of making my tape.  I am very eager to get my tape out."
WPEC-TV West Palm Beach, FL

LaDonna Brasson
"The workshop was an awesome experience.  I enjoyed working with Kathleen & Randy.  Both were truly honest & professional.  Thanks!"
Orlando, FL

Tiane Johnson
"American Broadcast Talent provided a great opportunity for me to create a professional resume tape that I feel confident will help me achieve my goal of being a broadcast journalist"
Washington, DC

Tara Petrolino
"From start to finish, this was a grade-A workshop.  The professionalism and courtesy shown was incredible.  I think the tape turned out very good.  I was very pleased with the look live and most of the studio work.  The stories and scripts were very solid as well."
New York, NY

Nicole Romanella
"I am so impressed with my resume tape.  Everything was excellent.  I had such a great time while shooting."
New Jersey

Joey Moore
"This was extremely helpful.  Very professional.  The tape got me the job.  Thanks for all the help with interview suggestions after I got the tape done."
KXII-TV  Sherman, TX
 

Rahman Johnson
"Great workshop.  Good information.  This prepares you for the future.  You guys did a superb job.  Amazing working with you."
Orange Park, Florida
 

Rozzie Franco
"i did it!  I am so excited.  You guys did a wonderful job.  Thank you so much.  I am going to refer so many people to you."
WDBO-Radio

Tameka Roberts
"Thank you.  I enjoyed meeting you and Randy.  I really had a great experience."
Looking for a position

Erik Sundsted
"A fantastic way to create a very professional demo tape.  I highly recommend American Broadcast Talent.  It was a pleasure working with both of you.  Your professionalism and support was outstanding and the amount of quality work that was completed in a two day period was amazing."
Wheeling, WV
Justina Pollard
"If your are serious about pursuing a career as a reporter/anchor, Randy & Kathleen will give you the tools to make you dreams into reality.  I got a job so far as a Programming Production Assistant."
WBAL-TV  Baltimore, MD

Michaela Vincent
"This is the beginning of the beginning.  I forgot to tell you I have a new job.  I am the 10 p.m. producer for KLFY-TV 10.  It is an hour from my hometown.  The news director is wonderful.  My boss tells me that starting out as a producer will make me a stronger reporter down the road here.  Thanks for everything."
KLFY-TV Lafayette, LA
Gloria Jacobs
"My reporter tape looks great.  I have just started looking for a job.  I am so excited to get out of teaching and into an on-air position".
Glen Burnie, MD

 Alison Lee
"I got the tapes today.  It looks awesome!  Thank you so much."
Sarasota, FL

Elaina Herndon
"I really enjoyed myself and learfned a lot from both of you.
Bronx, NY

Lauren McJunkin-Reporter
"The workshop was a great experience.  I finally got a job near my home"
KEZI-TV  Eugene, OR (has moved on)

Marie Exley
"A great investment for your future and very helpful to those who do not have the ability to get a professional looking tape".
 Westville, NJ 

Suzanne Shaffer
"Thank you so much for such a great weather tape.  As a Penn State graduate, I could not have had such a great demo tape without your help  I have applied for 16 jobs and I have heard back from 3 so far."
 Melbourne, FL

Deirdre Andiorio
"Thanks for everything.".
 WMCT-TVMarlborough, MA

Kathleen Perez
"I have onlyt good things to say about my experience with American Broadcast Talent.  It was great working with such a focused team of talented professionals.  Kathleen, you and Randy are tops."
Looking for a position

Tsippy Waterman
"I rate the overall resume tape session a excellent.  The finished product is wonderful.  Everything went perfect."
Looking for a sports position

Enid Spotser
"I never thought I would have the perfect resume tape.  I am pleased with the entire workshop and finished product.  I plan to have a job soon".
 Chicago, Illinois

Amy Feigenbaum
"I like the finished product.  I found the workshop informative and extremely helpful. I think you did a great job with it".
Brooklyn, NY

Nate' Dawson
"Thank you very much for everything you have done.  I had a wonderful experience and you encouragement has given me the confidence to finish pursuing my dream."
Sicklesville, NJ
Deniece Williams
"I am really happy how it turned out.  I let a few of my friends watch it and they said it was just like watching a real news broadcast".
WCMH-TV  Columbus, OH

Lisa Rodriquez
"i miss you guys already.  You were a pleasure to be around and you made me feel very comfortable."
Oakland County, MI
Toni Mac
"Thank you Kathleen.  I had a wonderful experience at American Broadcast Talent.  I truly believe I made a good decision to come to your workshop"
 Houston, TX

Christopher Pickett
"I just watched the resume tape, it is great.  Thanks you so much for all you and Randy have done.  It was a true pleasure meeting you."
Meteorologist  Univ. of Louisiana

Erin Frank
"I am so excited about my new job.  I took a position with ESPN headquartered in Bristol, CT.  Hopefully it's a foot in the door.  Thanks for everything American Talent."
ESPN Bristol, CT

Valencia Jones
"I received my tapes today and I am very pleased with the result.  Thank you for the time and care that was put into shooting and editing the tape.  I feel that American Broadcast Talent has provided me with the best tape possible."
Looking for a position

Scott Thrower
"You made the transition from radio to television easy.  The job was offered to me by the Yuma, AZ station.  I will make my decision.  Thank you so much for such a great resume tape."
Little Rock, AR (now doing commericals)

Cali Day
"All my friends (in broadcasting) says its the best tape they have ever seen.  I like the stand-up montage.  I have two interviews in the next month". 
Los Angeles, California

Jessica Edwards
"Thank you again for all your hard work".
 Pompano Beach, FL

Sherri Vasquez
"Thanks for everything.  A wonderful and helpful experience."
KMAS-TV  Denver, CO

Reggie Lake
"Thanks for all the attention.  Because I got a job, now all my friends who are trying to get in the business want your help.  Your team is awesome at American Broadcast Talent"!
Las Vegas, NV
Robert Drury
"Thanks so much for working with me.  I got offered a position.  Again thanks."
WAGT-TV (has moved on)

Guy Turnbow
"I just opened the box with my tapes and watched on and it's really great.  I appreciate the work that went into making them."
 Fox 10 Mobile, AL

Monica Gordon
"My resume tape looks perfect.  I am just starting to send it out.  I will keep you and your staff posted.  I am looking for a reporter job in this market".
Chicago, IL

Trovette Totress
"Everything was wonderful.  You guys are awesome"!
Cleburne, TX

Roma Obracaj
"A very welcoming and comfortable atmosphere.  The tape itself and editing was fabulously done.  Thank you".
Bloomingdale, IL

Christine Clutter
"Thanks for getting my tape back so quickly".
Wheeling, WV

Zach Leibowitz
"Thanks for everything.  A wonderful and helpful experience."
ESPN Cold Pizza-Now looking for new job.

Jessica Woike
"I had a great time.  It was very well prepared.  I felt very comfortable.  Overall, the tape was great."
KCRA-TV Sacramento, CA

Charmaine Dixon
"Very professional, good guests, good mix of locations.  I really enjoyed the workshop"
Smash Game Show Los Angeles, CA


Ann Morgan
"Want the best in your tape, attend American Broadcast Talent workshop.  You get the best from start to finish"
ESPN Regional Charlotte, NC

Tracy Malone
"You are both wonderful.  Thanks Randy and Kathleen"
Channel 19 News, PA

Shae Stuard
"I really enjoyed working with you both.  You've got that program down to a science.  Thanks I got a job."
Comcast  Denver, CO

Ray Raimundi
"I learned so much."
WNYW-TV  New York, NY

Kirk Richards
"We got a lot accomplished in a short amount of time  You made us all feel so comfortable and put us in a great position at each given moment"
Columbus Dispatch Newspaper  Columbus, OH

Anne Naglich
"I really had a great experience.  You both were very helpful and everything was so well organized."
St. Louis, MO

Karina Mahtani
"Thank you so much for the seminar.  It was a great experience and I was so thankful for all the patience and great direction and helpful comments you provided".
Showbuzz CBS News.com

Stacy Hill
"My tape was great.  This was such a wonderful experience.  I recommend this to anyone that wants to work on-air."
Entertainment Tonight  Hollywood, CA

Darius Robbins
"I really liked the workshop and details about getting a job."
Lewisville, TX  

David Terry
"I had a great time.  Hopefully a job is in my future."
Orchard Park, NY

Sara Talbert
"Just wanted to let you guys know that I just landed my first job in TV as a reporter.  Thanks again for all of your help.  I know now that getting a tape made with American Broadcast Talent was truly a great investment."
KXXV-TV  Waco, TX

Kelsey Webb
"A success, lots of fun  Overall, very good!"
WNCI-FM  Columbus, OH

Shannon O'Dell
"I can't thank you and Randy enough for all of your help.  You are so sweeet and were such a joy to meet."
New Mexico

Chris Leonard
"I would like to than both of you very much with you hard work and dedication towards getting my tape done.  I learned a lot in the little time that I was down there.  Thanks again for all you hard work."
Looking for a position

Jennifer Rodino
"You both were great.  Great advice and very professional.  My tape looks great!  Thanks! "
Metamora, IL




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